Bill
HR 5737
The ROOT Act expands Congress's oversight powers, increases executive transparency, establishes a new oversight commission, and protects whistleblowers to enhance accountability.
The Revitalizing Our Oversight of the United States (ROOT) Act is a bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives on October 10, 2025. The main purpose of the legislation is to enhance congressional oversight and accountability of the executive branch.
The bill would make the following key changes:
Strengthen Investigative Powers: It would expand Congress's investigative authorities, allowing committees to compel testimony and the production of documents from current and former executive branch officials.
Increase Transparency: The legislation would mandate more frequent and detailed reporting from executive agencies on their activities, spending, and policy implementation.
Establish New Oversight Mechanisms: The bill would create an independent, nonpartisan Congressional Oversight Commission to monitor and evaluate the performance of federal agencies and programs.
Protect Whistleblowers: It would enhance protections for federal whistleblowers who report waste, fraud, or abuse within the executive branch.
The ROOT Act is intended to address concerns about executive branch overreach and a perceived lack of congressional oversight. If enacted, it could lead to:
The bill was introduced in the House of Representatives and has been referred to the House Committee on Oversight and Reform for consideration. It will need to pass both the House and Senate, and be signed by the President, to become law.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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